If you are hunting for some ASX dividend shares to buy for passive income, then read on!
That's because listed below are two highly rated dividend payers that analysts think income investors should buy right now.
Here's why they are bullish on them:
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Accent Group Ltd (ASX: AX1)
Bell Potter continues to think that Accent Group would be a top ASX dividend share to buy.
It is a footwear focused retailer that owns and operates chains such as Platypus and Hype DC, along with exclusive distribution rights for major global brands.
Accent Group's performance has been underwhelming this year, but there are signs of improvements. This should be supported by the rollout of the Sports Direct brand across Australia and the interest rate cuts. Bell Potter commented:
In the near term, we expect monetary policy catalysts to drive recovery in the lifestyle segment from 2Q26e, while in the medium-long term, we see a higher growth focus for AX1 leveraging the outperforming sports segment via dominant global partner and key shareholder, FRAS.
With the first Sports Direct store opening in mid-November, we anticipate the unlocking of the sizable store roll-out opportunity for the banner in Australia (50-store target over 6 years), while benefiting from a higher relevance to leading brand partners such as Nike backed by FRAS.
In respect to passive income, Bell Potter is forecasting fully franked dividends of 7.8 cents in FY 2026 and then 9.2 cents in FY 2027. Based on its current share price of $1.31, this equates to dividend yields of 6% and 7%, respectively. This would turn a $10,000 investment into passive income of $600 and $700, respectively.
Bell Potter has a buy rating and $1.80 price target on its shares.
IPH Ltd (ASX: IPH)
Morgans thinks that intellectual property services company IPH could be an ASX dividend share to buy.
As with Accent Group, its performance wasn't great in FY 2025. However, Morgans feels positive about its outlook and sees its current valuation as too cheap to ignore. Its analysts explain:
On a like-for-like basis, IPH reported flat FY25 revenue and EBITDA -4% on pcp. Each geography recorded marginal LFL EBITDA pressure, a mix of lower filings (ANZ); cost inflation (Asia); and some temporary issues (CAD). Whilst organic growth is still challenged, the FY26 outlook for each division looks relatively stable or marginal incremental improvement.
A cost out program (A$8-10m in FY26) will assist. IPH's valuation is undemanding (<10x FY26F PE), however investor patience is required given the delivery of organic growth looks to be the catalyst for a sustained re-rating.
As for dividends, Morgans is forecasting fully franked payouts of approximately 37 cents per share in FY 2026 and FY 2027. Based on its current share price of $3.64, this would mean dividend yields of 10% for both years. This would turn $10,000 into $1,000 of passive income.
Morgans has a buy rating and $6.05 price target on its shares.
